Nutrition and Diet: Food Ingredients, Labels, and More
Welcome to our nutrition and diet page, where you can learn about what you’re really eating. If you’re seeking guidance on meal planning, exploring dietary trends, or aiming to learn about nutrients in food so that you can make informed food choices, you are in the right place. We are always improving this page – so be sure to check back often.
80% of Americans Exposed to Fertility-Ruining Pesticides in Oat-Based Foods
A concerning discovery has been made regarding the presence of a chemical pesticide, chlormequat, in oat-based foods available in the U.S.
FDA: Children’s Applesauce PURPOSELY Contaminated with Heavy Metals
The FDA believes certain brands of children’s applesauce have been intentionally contaminated with heavy metals lead chromate.
Virus-Resistant GMO Pork Inches Closer to Human Consumption Amidst Consumer Uncertainty
Virus-resistant pork from genetically modified pigs could soon be served as your next meal. Are you ready for GMO bacon?
Zinc “Crucial” for Improving Blood Sugar Regulation for Diabetics
Good news for diabetics. A meta analysis suggests zinc supplementation plays a crucial role in enhancing blood sugar control.
6 Chelating Foods for Removing Heavy Metals Naturally
Here are 6 natural chelators and chelation foods that can help you chelate heavy metals from your body after unavoidable exposure.
How Junk Food Could Weaken Bones, Lead to Osteoporosis
Did you know junk food with excess sugar and fat could weaken the bones and lead to osteoporosis by blocking calcium absorption.
Listeria on the Rise: How to Fight Bad Bacteria in Your Food
The potentially deadly bacteria Listeria has always contaminated various foods we consume. Here are the foods to look out for and how to be safe.
Just 1/4 Tsp. of Ginger Daily Could Reduce Type 2 Diabetes Markers
Consuming about a quarter-teaspoon of ginger each day can significantly reduce inflammatory markers associated with Type 2 diabetes, a study found.
Poor Diet Caused Nearly Half of All Deaths in the U.S. in 2012
Nearly half of all U.S. deaths in 2012 were attributable to diet-related cardiometabolic disease, including heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.
Health Benefits of Chives – Cancer Prevention and More
Chives are far more than the little green bits on your baked potato—they have numerous health benefits that make them a worthy for more spotlight.